Illness
When is Sick too sick for school?
When is Sick too sick for school?
When is Sick too sick for school?
A regular attendance routine is important for your student's well-being and learning. These tips can help you decide when to keep your student home when they don't feel well.
The following is general guidance, but if you have questions or concerns, please reach out to your student's healthcare provider.
attendance exemptions
attendance exemptions
attendance exemptions
All school-age children between the ages of 6 and 18 years not exempted are required by law to attend school each day during the school year except for the following reasons:
The only exception is when the educational needs are met through a legally acceptable alternative program. Vacations should be scheduled during non-school days.
A student absent from school for one of the above acceptable reasons shall be allowed to complete all assignments and tests missed during the absence and shall be given full credit.
A parent/guardian is obligated by law to compel the student to attend school. A parent/guardian who fails to meet this obligation may be guilty of an infraction and subject to prosecution.
See Board Policy 5113, Absences and Excuses. View our Board Policies.
- illness
- quarantine (under the direction of the county health officer)
- medical, dental, optometrical or chiropractic services (we ask that you schedule medical, dental, optometrical or chiropractic services after school or on non-school days whenever possible to limit your child's absences from school)
- funeral services of a member of the immediate family
- jury duty
- appearance in court
- observance obligations of a student's religion
- attendance at religious retreats (not to exceed four hours per semester)
- exclusion from school for health and safety reasons
- employment conferences
- or some other reason approved by the school principal
The only exception is when the educational needs are met through a legally acceptable alternative program. Vacations should be scheduled during non-school days.
A student absent from school for one of the above acceptable reasons shall be allowed to complete all assignments and tests missed during the absence and shall be given full credit.
A parent/guardian is obligated by law to compel the student to attend school. A parent/guardian who fails to meet this obligation may be guilty of an infraction and subject to prosecution.
See Board Policy 5113, Absences and Excuses. View our Board Policies.
